Friday, June 30, 2006
The McSkillet tour made its way to Beatrice, NE on Friday, June 30. Stops included the City of Beatrice Public Works Street Department, and a live radio remote with Beatrice Radio station, KWBE.
A happy (and hungry) member of the Beatrice Public Works Street Department dives in on the free McSkillets.
Pam and Randy, DJ's for KWBE bite into their first McSkillets at the live radio remote. After the first taste, Pam exclaimed, "This thing is AWESOME. It's enough to feed the whole family."
Two employees at the Beatrice McDonalds pose with the Burrito Mobile.
Audio Files from Live Remote with Froggy 98.1
Here are some of the audio clips from Froggy 98.1's Live Remote publicizing the McSkillet Burrito Tour. Enjoy!
Froggy 98.1 Live Remote Clip 1
Froggy 98.1 Live Remote Clip 2
Froggy 98.1 Live Remote Clip 3
Froggy 98.1 Live Remote Clip 4
Thursday, June 29, 2006
Live Remote at the 345 W. O St. McDonald's
The McSkillet Burrito Tour finished the Lincoln round of visits today with a live radio remote with KFGE 98.1 (Froggy 98). Froggy 98 afternoon DJ, James Pond, joined the tour and enthusiastically gave his thoughts on the new breakfast breakthrough saying, "This is really good."
Following the remote, the McSkillet Burrito Mobile headed to JJ's Auto and then onto Cather and Son's Construction.
Tuesday, June 27, 2006
Monday, June 26, 2006
McDonald's Tests New McSkillet Burritos in Nebraska and Western Iowa
With the introduction of Premium Roast Coffee made with 100% Arabica coffee beans roasted to perfection, McDonald's continues to enhance consumer's breakfast experience with exciting new menu additions. Beginning April 17, Nebraska-area McDonalds' customers can enjoy the made-to-order McSkillet Burrito, the newest breakfast sensation being tested at McDonald's restaurants in Nebraska and Western Iowa.
A satisfying meal for breakfast eaters on-the-go, the new McSkillet Burrito is made to order with a flavor-filled combination of scrambled eggs, sausage, melted cheddar jack and American cheeses, flame-roasted red and green bell peppers, onions and seasoned skillet potatoes wrapped in a warm flour tortilla - a complete hand-held, portable breakfast.
"The McSkillet Burrito features everyone's favorite breakfast items rolled into one, easy-to-eat, hand-held breakfast selection and is the perfect solution for folks who love a satisfying breakfast, but are rushed for time." said Ben Blackman, McDonald's representative. "This product test is an extension of McDonald's ongoing commitment to provide addition choice and variety to customers, offering a variety of quality, wholesome food options to encourage balanced, active lifestyles."
The new McSkillet Burritos will retail for a suggested $2.49, or $3.79 as part of an Extra Value MealĀ®. Prices and participation may vary.